Grids

You can divide the axes into sections by assigning grid lines to them. This allows you to get a better overview of the chart, especially if you are working with large charts. The y-axis major grid is activated by default.

Major grids

Defines the axis to be set as the major grid.

x-Axis

Adds grid lines to the x-axis of the chart.

The Vertical Grids icon on the Formatting bar toggles the visibility of the grid display for the x-axis. It switches between the three states: no grid, major grid and both major and minor grids displayed. The change will affect check boxes in Insert - Grids.

y-Axis

Adds grid lines to the y-axis of the chart.

The Horizontal Grids icon on the Formatting bar toggles the visibility of the grid display for the y-axis. It switches between the three states: no grid, major grid and both major and minor grids displayed. The change will affect check boxes in Insert - Grids.

z-Axis

Adds grid lines to the z-axis of the chart. This option is only available if you're working with 3-D charts.

Minor grids

Use this area to assign a minor grid for each axis. Assigning minor grids to the axis reduces the distance between the major grids.

x-Axis

Adds grid lines that subdivide the x-axis into smaller sections.

y-Axis

Adds grid lines that subdivide the y-axis into smaller sections.

z-Axis

Adds grid lines that subdivide the z-axis into smaller sections. This option is only available if you're working with 3-D charts.